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In Romans 10:12, we learn that there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, as the Lord is rich to all who call upon Him. This message emphasizes God's impartiality, as supported by verses from Acts and Romans highlighting that all have sinned and need salvation. The term "calling on the name of the Lord," defined in Thayer's Lexicon, expresses an appeal to divine assistance. The examples set by apostles like Paul illustrate the steps to salvation, culminating in the call for faith, repentance, and baptism to be embraced by everyone.
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“For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.”Romans 10:12 September 13, 2009
“All have sinned” • Acts 8:18ff • Rom. 3:23
God is not a respecter of persons • Rom. 10:12 • Acts 10:34-36 • Rom. 1:16 • Rom. 10:12-12
Prophecy of God • Joel 2:28-32 • Jn. 7:39
Prophecy fulfilled • Acts 2:14-41
Definition • Thayers’ Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament defines “calling on the name of” as the Greek word epikaleomai • (ep-ee-kal-eh-om-ahee) means to invoke someone to help, to appeal unto
Appealing to the authorityHeb. 2:10ff • Jesus’ power to perform miracles • Lk.4:33-37 • Jesus is seated at the right hand of God • Eph.1:17ff • Jesus is Lord of lords • Rev.17:14 • His name is above all names • Phil.2:9-12
Calling on the name of the Lord (not by prayer only) • Jer.29:11-13 • Rom.10:10,14 • Mt.5:8
Example of one calling on the name of the Lord • Apostle Paul • Acts 22:4,6-16
Hear (Heb.2:3) Believe (Lk.18:9-13) Confess (Acts 8:37) Repent (Acts 2:38) Be baptized (1 Cor.6:9-11) Stay faithful (Rev.2:10)
Conclusion • Only a remnant will be saved (Rom.9:27) • Call on the name of the Lord • Be buried into baptism with him (Rom.6:4) • Putting on Christ (Gal.3:27)